1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mahindra |
| Model | Florian | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
